Verilux TwiLight Mini Ultra Blue Light Therapy Sleep System

by Verilux

Product Features

• 5,000 LUX of 460 nm blue light therapy
• 36 watt Natural Spectrum bulb
• Contemporary design and high/low operation
• Best in class electronic control system
• 3 year limited warranty

Product Description

The TwiLight Mini Ultra Blue Light Therapy Sleep System provides excellent blue light exposure that has been shown to optimize the re-calibration of the body's Circadian rhythm. Many studies have shown that the occurrence of sleep disturbance increase with age. The natural Circadian rhythm that regulates your body's sleep cycles can be thrown off by spending more time indoors as we age. Placing this compact device in your bedroom and activating its soothing blue light for 30-60 minutes prior to falling asleep will help you fall asleep faster and experience a more satisfying slumber. Young children and infants can also benefit from bathing their bedroom in the soft glow of blue light to falling asleep. The TwiLight System remains cool to the touch, so it's safe to use. The compact size and high/low illumination make it the perfect addition to any bedroom. 5,000 LUX of 460nm blue light therapy. Translucent lens delivers an optimal dose of the correct spectrum of blue light to regulate Circadian rhythm and assist in providing more restful and effective sleep patterns.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 6 x 12 inches ; 2.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000QGPJCM
• UPC: 768533957146
• Item model number: VT04BB1
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #137,367 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

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47 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars varilux twilight therapy sleep system, December 23, 2007

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J. Blogref "JBlog" (Wichita, KS) - See all my reviews
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Y'know? I was having a LOT of difficulty falling and staying asleep. My family doc prescribed the usual stuff, like Ambien and even Dalmane, but I'd take the stuff at 7:30 and still be reading/watching TV or whatever well into near midnight, when I just gave up and lay in my bed. One day, she sent me an e-mail describing this product and explained the technology behind it (enhances melatonin production, which makes you sleepy). Keep in mind, I have a bed that was custom made for me, from the floor to the pillows, so a comfortable position to sleep in is never a problem. So, because it was "doctor recommended," I ordered one. First off, this thing is BRIGHT!!! That is usually a deterrent to sleep, but you only turn it on from 30 minutes to an hour before you plan on being asleep. It glows a light blue, and it seems like there's an "aura" around most objects, but it's not very intrusive. They also recommend that you don't put it anywhere that will cause you to directly look at it. So, on my night stand, pointing away from me, is my Varilux. I start to read just when I get under the covers and things begin to get toasty and cuddly, and use this light to read by. The first couple of days really didn't show much, but by night 4, I found myself reading the same page over and over after 20 minutes or so, and I turned the lamp off and went to sleep - ALL NIGHT!! It's been that way ever since. I don't know how, or why, or anything else that explains this, but it actually works for me and as the old saying goes, "if it works, don't try to fix it." I'm seriously thinking about giving these out as late Christmas gifts to my insomniac friends. Would I buy it again? Absolutely. Do I recommend it? Completely. Think of it this way: if it works for you, life suddenly gets much better. If, for some reason, it doesn't (and I can't imagine a reason) work, there's always the return policy, so where's the risk here?

29 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow -- can this be true?, March 15, 2008

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Crispee (Westminster, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Verilux TwiLight Mini Ultra Blue Light Therapy Sleep System (Health and Beauty)

First don't listen to the reviewer that says you can only use in the morning. While you CAN use in the morning you can also use 2-3 hours before you go to bed.

I have been having trouble with insomnia for months now. So much that I was afraid i was addicted to Ambien since I needed it every night. And it didn't seem to work as well. I then tried Melatonin which worked okay the first night or two and then didn't at all. So back to the Ambien.

I bought this light from Gaiam in desperation for anything that might work. No matter how silly or stupid the claim -- yeah, so having this light on for a little while is going to actually do something.

Well, after using it for 4 nights and getting deep sleep every night I'm a believer. I have it upstairs in my office and just put it on while checking email or surfing the web. 30-60 minutes around 8-9 pm. (not right before you go to bed.)

Last night i fell asleep at 10:30 and woke up at 9 AM. I can't tell you the last time that happened!

I hope it keeps working. I'll keep the sleeping pills for emergencies but i would much rather use this light. In fact I'm buying another one for use in the morning.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Calming, March 6, 2010

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Debra C. Zeun - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Verilux TwiLight Mini Ultra Blue Light Therapy Sleep System (Health and Beauty)

This light has such a calming affect. I was having trouble sleeping, even with medication. I put it on an hour or so before I lie down and off I go. My husband just loves the calming affect it has on him. Gives the room a lovely glow.